Accessibility

For the physically disabled persons

This page regards the accessibility of the EPFL website, one of our priorities.

Access keys

All pages on the EPFL website feature access keys that facilitate web browsing for the physically disabled, using auxiliary means such as screen reading software, Braille, screen enlargers, etc.

List of access keys

The following access keys are conveniently placed at the beginning of each page. They are not visible to the general public.

0. Specific access for the physically disabled

1. EPFL homepage

2. General browsing for all EPFL community

3. Browse through this EPFL sub-site

4. Jump to search field

5. Start of page content

6. [not used]

7. [not used]

8. Sitemap

9. Contacts

Access key reminders

Keyboard access keys vary depending on the user system and browser software being used:

For Windows

Internet Explorer: use ALT and the access key, then click Enter

Firefox: use ALT and the access key

Opera: use ESC + SHIFT and the access key

Safari: use ALT and the access key

For Mac

Safari: use CTRL, Option (ALT), and the access key

Firefox: use CTRL and the access key

Opera: use ESC + SHIFT and the access key

For Linux

Firefox: use ALT and the access key

Opera: use ESC + SHIFT and the access key

Limitations of access keys

Access keys essentially provide accessibility through simple and easy-to-use access solutions. However, numerous obstacles encountered due to unfinished implementation considerably limit their scope. Only a handful of numerical keys have proven to be valid, and, as such, solely as a backup to other tired and tested accessibility measures.

Other forms of Web accessibility

Keyboard zoom-in and zoom-out access keys are also usable to assist the visually impaired.